GRE Word List

PHYSIOGNOMY

the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance

The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.

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WordMeaning
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
hortatoryhortative
propheticof, relating to, or characteristic of a prophet or prophecy
obloquya strongly condemnatory utterance : abusive language
malaisean indefinite feeling of debility or lack of health often indicative of or accompanying the onset of an illness
rarefiedbeing less dense
seasoneda time characterized by a particular circumstance or feature
floefloating ice formed in a large sheet on the surface of a body of water
variegateto diversify in external appearance especially with different colors : dapple
bemoanto express deep grief or distress over